Robert "Rob" L. Heiden

Robert L. "Rob" Heiden, 69, of Wilkinson, passed away March 1, 2025 at his residence with his family by his side.

He was born August 10, 1955 in Marion County the son of Hilda (Schuh) Heiden and the late Robert E. Heiden.

Rob graduated from Greenfield high school in 1973. He retired after many years as a sheet metal worker for Apex. He has been President of the Wilkinson Town Council for the past 11 years to present. He worked part time at McCray Cemetery, spent many hours attending sporting events, especially for his grandson Dee. He also loved playing cards with friends and mushroom hunting.

Rob made up silly words for everyday things and never knew a stranger. He was referred to as "The Great Path Finder".

Survivors include his son Robert "Kenny" (Ambra) Heiden of Middletown and Stephanie M. (Gregg) Shedd of Stendal, IN.; five sisters, Paula and Rick Keller, Dana & Joe Cox, Jeanine & Jay Zook, Cris & Warren Kniesly and Ellen Heiden; grandson, Robert Dee Heiden; and Little Friend, Deb Wortman of Morristown.

He was preceded in death by his wife; Karen Sue Heiden and his father.

Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 11:00 AM at Bozell Funeral Home-Condo Chapel in Wilkinson with Marc Grimes officiating. Burial will follow at McCray cemetery in Wilkinson. 

Friends may call at the funeral home Tuesday evening March 4, 2025 from 4-8 PM.

Memorial donations may be made to Riley Childrens Foundation, PO Box 3356 Indianapolis, Indiana 46206-3356

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The family encourages everyone to wear their bibs to visitation. 

Online condolences may be shared at www.bozellfuneralhome.com.